The Bound Between Us

Chapter 845

Autumn's nerves weren't an act she was genuinely anxious about Daria.

Anastasia noticed right away. It seemed a bit over the top; Autumn had never been this tense, especially meeting Daria for the first time.

Katelyn strolled over, trying to keep things light. "Kids are always running into things. It's normal-no need to fuss."

She waved the nanny over. "Why don't you take Daria outside to play? Let us enjoy our tea for a bit."

The nanny moved to pick up Daria, but Autumn clung to her, a little too tightly. "She's got such delicate skin-one little bump and she could get hurt. I really like this kid. Let me hold her a little longer."

She didn't want to hand Daria over, and Katelyn's comment stung. Easy for her to say, when it's not her own granddaughter.

But Daria wasn't interested in Autumn's affection. She started to cry, wriggling away, reaching for Anastasia. "I don't want you! I want my mom! Mommy!"

She really did treat Anastasia like her mom.

Daria's temper kicked in, and she even tried to smack Autumn's hands away.

Katelyn scolded, "Daria, you can't hit people! Just like your mom-you've both got a wild streak."

Autumn's face fell, stung by the slap and Katelyn's words about her

granddaughter.

stepped in. "Mrs. Walker, let

into her arms as

Autumn's worry only grew. What if Anastasia lost her temper with Daria? What if

"Don't let it get to you, Autumn. Daria's always been like

up, their cries echoing through the house- either hungry or in need

the nanny

guaranteed. Peace and

were settled and calm, it was already time to wrap

Next time, let's just meet the two of us. Going out

like being around them, honestly. Mr. Walker and I never had any of our own, so seeing you with your grandkids makes me a ¶ttle jealous, if I'm

time it's just us,"

into the car, with

home, Anastasia said offhandedly, "Mom, Mrs. Walker really seems to care about Daria. She was the first one to rush

that's why. Anyway, let's drop Daria off

Daria

Daria differently. If Autumn just loved kids, why

Daria back inside, she'd seen

them either. Most people couldn't resist at least a little cooing

time you and Mrs. Walker meet, leave Emmie and Nancy at home.